A new year can only mean one thing… It’s time for a brand new McDonald’s menu, and it’s a pretty good one.
The fast food chain will be switching up its limited-edition items from January 5, and fans will be able to try some interesting grub in the UK and Ireland.
For the very first time, Maccies is turning secret menu hacks into real products with a new Surf N’ Turf burger, a Chicken Cheeseburger, an Espresso Milkshake, and an Apple Pie Mini McFlurry.
If that weren’t enough, the iconic Big Mac Sauce is going to be available in a dipping pot for 20p, so you can dunk your fries or nugs in it to your heart’s content.
The Chicken Big Mac is also returning to the menu, as well as The Big Arch, The Fajita Chicken wrap, Chilli Cheese Bites, and the Galaxy Smooth Caramel McFlurry.
So what are the new McDonald’s menu items for January 2026?
The Surf N’ Turf Burger
This new item is one for those who struggle to pick between a Cheeseburger and a Filet-O-Fish when they order a McDonald’s. Now you don’t have to choose, as this combo features two British & Irish beef patties, a crispy white Alaskan Pollock fish fillet patty, cheese, onions, pickles, mustard, and a dollop of ketchup, all in a bun.
The burger costs £4.39 on its own or £6.89 as part of a medium meal.
The Chicken Cheeseburger
Similarly, those torn between chicken or beef won’t have to make any tough decisions, as this creation is the best of both worlds. This one sees a beef patty topped with a crispy coated chicken patty, layered with a slice of cheese, onions, mustard, and ketchup.
The burger is £3.89 on its own, or £6.39 as part of a medium meal.
Apple Pie Mini McFlurry
This new dessert (£2.99) sees two classic items served together, but separately. You get a mini pot of soft dairy ice cream swirled with caramel sauce, paired with a warm Apple Pie that you can dip into it. Alternatively, you can tear up the pie and load it up on top of your McFlurry.
Espresso Milkshake
And the final new item combines vanilla milkshake with a shot of espresso for £3.69. The two are served side by side, so you can pour as much (or as little) of the coffee as you like into the drink and give it a good stir.
Which McDonald's secret menu item are you most excited to try?
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The Surf N' Turf
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Chicken
Speaking about the new items, Ben Fox, senior vice president and chief marketing officer for McDonald’s UK & Ireland, said: ‘We’re really happy to now make The Secret Menu official in the UK&I, turning fan-favourite hacks into reality.
‘Some of these mash-ups shouldn’t work, but they are weirdly good and need to be tried to be believed. Others are more natural combinations that are simply delicious!
‘This limited-time lineup celebrates the creativity of our customers that we see every day on social media.’
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